Spywarescanner.exe: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 12/05/2024
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EXE files such as spywarescanner.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a spywarescanner MFC Application file, it was created for use in spywarescanner Application by Kephyr.

spywarescanner.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 04/06/2005 with Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner 1.13.03. This is the most recent release date from Kephyr, according to our records.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, EXE file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of spywarescanner.exe.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: spywarescanner.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: spywarescanner MFC Application
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: spywarescanner Application
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2003
Developer: Kephyr
Software: Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner
Software Version: 1.13.03
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x65139
Code Size: 602112


What are spywarescanner.exe Error Messages?


spywarescanner.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when spywarescanner.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner.

In most cases, spywarescanner.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these spywarescanner.exe error messages mean that Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common spywarescanner.exe errors include:

  • spywarescanner.exe - Bad Image.
  • spywarescanner.exe Application Error.
  • spywarescanner.exe could not be found.
  • spywarescanner.exe could not be installed.
  • spywarescanner.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • spywarescanner.exe could not be started.
  • spywarescanner.exe failed to initialize properly.
  • spywarescanner.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • spywarescanner.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
  • spywarescanner.exe is not running.
  • Cannot find spywarescanner.exe.
  • Error starting program: spywarescanner.exe.
  • Faulting Application Path: spywarescanner.exe.
  • The file spywarescanner.exe is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - spywarescanner.exe.
System Error


The program can’t start because spywarescanner.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the spywarescanner.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting spywarescanner.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using spywarescanner Application. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Kephyr, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of spywarescanner.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix spywarescanner.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your spywarescanner.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the spywarescanner.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner software.

You can uninstall Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner 1.13.03 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner 1.13.03

Kephyr

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many spywarescanner.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the spywarescanner.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your spywarescanner.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate spywarescanner.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free spywarescanner.exe files for every applicable version of Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download spywarescanner.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Bazooka Scanner\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve spywarescanner.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download spywarescanner.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying spywarescanner.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Kephyr typically does not release Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing spywarescanner.exe and all other EXE files for Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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